Which acid is released when an Ant bites?

Q. Which acid is released when an Ant bites?
Answer: Formic Acid
Notes: Instead of stinging, certain species of ants release a spray of venom from the end of their abdomens. This venom contains formic acid. Formic acid, systematically named methanoic acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid.

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